Mahathir Rejects Early Elections,
Asserts His Faith in Public Support

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia -- Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad dismissed the idea of early elections, saying he is confident he still has the support of most Malaysians.

Four weeks into the country's worst political turmoil in more than 10 years, Dr. Mahathir said he has his hands full dealing with the country's economic problems. The prime minister last month instituted currency controls in an unorthodox attempt at resuscitating...